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Newspaper

Indiana Progress

Location

Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jul 22, 1908

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Murder Charge Looms In Brookville Man’s Death

Robert Tozer, 63, a Civil War veteran with a large pension, was found shot in the back on a Martin farm near Glen Campbell after boarding a train at Punxsutawney. Two foreigners, Velpra and Varionio, are jailed in connection with the case, with local officials pushing for a murder verdict. Investigators traced the crime to men seen with Tozer before his disappearance.

Robert Tozer Brookville Punxsutawney Bellwood Thurston Clear‘county Tozer Atrangers McGeees Glen Campbell Tadertaler Nis McGrady Hell Logan Glen Campbell McCrady Scott -North Thomas ‘Greeley Bert’ Hoozer Horeno Velpra Oroner Gates Rue Veland Vargonia

Barn on Walker Farm Burns During Threshing

A barn on the AuWt Walker farm in Armstrong township burned Friday morning during threshing. Fire destroyed the building and its contents, estimated at about 700 dollars. Machinery had been moved out, and Mrs. Walker of Pittsburgh was notified. fire crews saved a temporary structure nearby.

Walker Armstrong Whoship Jay Mae Aga, Ia Mr Walker

Fragmented OCR note hints at local disputes and schedules

The readable fragments reference a proposed street line or project, a Blairaville area, editors, and civic notes. Mentions include delaying snow plans and community remarks. Names and places are unclear, but imply local civic reporting and a hopeful, steady progression amid weather and planning discussions.

Kilohon Sinks Pfahphothed Farvetition of Indiana Male Promisea

Kilohon CEO announces new kitchen sinks by Clymer Manufacturing. G A Conrath leads rollout of roll rim sinks with concealed back hangers and two drain boards in three sizes 18x24, 18x30, and 20x30. company also markets flush toilet tanks and improved lavatories with soap dishes for sanitary use.

Indiana Teal Clymer Manufacturing Simetime Promaca Sven G. A. Conrath Parti Gomatine Con- Tath

Court Upholds Telford Rulings in Two Appeals

The Superior Court sustained Judge Telford in Wednesday rulings on two cases. First, Harry B. Clark of Glen Campbell was relieved from paying 375 dollars claimed by James S. Blair of town over a lumber deal in Rayne township. In the second, Mrs Myrtie K. Gay sought to stop L. E. Chambers from selling real estate at an execution against Charles C. Chambers. The trial court sanction and its affirmation by the Superior Court upheld the decision.

Telford Bunal Harry B. Clark Glen Campbell James S. Blair Town Rayne Township Indiana Blair Canoe Township Myrtie EK. Gay L. E. Chambers Charles C. Chambers Gay L. H Chambers C. C.chambers

Indian Brewing Company Annual Meeting Reports Profit Outlook

The Indian Brewing Company held its annual meeting at the offices on Thursday. Manager John O D Skelton submitted last year’s report showing debt reduction and a plant in good condition for profits once business mood improves. Machinery upgrades included four new pumps funded by earnings and a six percent semi annual dividend was declared in January. The old board of directors was reelected with probable reappointment of former officers. Robinson family plans a reunion at the farm near Jacksonvilla on September 41 with details to follow. Summer Chautauqua in Punxsutawney collapsed after a two day session due to patronage, leaving a $350 deficit to be covered by 12 guarantors.

Indian Brewing ‘Company John OD. Skelton

Punxsutawney Baseball Fatal Crash Claims Local Youth

Fred Lockard son of Mr and Mrs James Lockard of Punxsutawney died at his parents home nine weeks after an injury sustained while sliding in a ball game. He was nephew of Mrs Willie McCastrey of North Seventh Street. Wesleyan Methodists hold tent meetings in town with services at 2:00 and 6:00. Dr W S Campbell of Punxsutawney called on residents. Miller and Steele noted as progress callers.

Fred’ Lockard Mra James Lockard Punxsutawney Willie McCastrey North Seventh Atreat Samuel Barrett Indlang Thoraday William Robiteon Shelocta Harry Dugan School Street Bilwood City James G. Isher Rossiter Indiana John 3. Taylor Washington, D. C Anna Bruce East Oak Street Greene ‘Ure Wallace Stewart Monessen Frank Wood South Bend C. C. Pry Myra Greensburg B. Wiggins Vandergrift D. H. Wiggins Town William H. Altiana Strongstown Indianapoks Ind Creekside Craig Stump Frmily Uniontown Stumpf Milton Huffman Blaides J. L. Culp South Sixth Street John Appleby Appleby & Peterson Salamanca Louise Ardita [¢Vin Aspinwall A. §. Cunningham Frank Lydick Fort Morgan Colo George T. Buchanan South Eleventh Street W. A. Britton H. Wallace Thomas Elders Ridge J. J. Miller Pittsburg J. Wood Clark Lena White Water Street Pokone Pines Monroe County T. H.’ Gilbert gon.Rodkey Wayne Avenue Niagara Falls Gertrude Mauk Zanesville Ohio A. ©. Parren Grant Street Vesta, Lowry School John A. Findley Church Atreat W. Rosa Altoona J. Retsman Migs Olga Bergman W. PF. Elkin John C West Virginia George Fulton Wilkinsburg Griffith Hills Ghuroh Street Wilam Robinson Bolivar Analynn Eggar Longwill Donal South Tanth Street Fury Murer B. J. Glark Harold Joseph Wadding Harry Kelly Sharpsburg Plumyfils Kelly Waang Abd Lewis Hay

Fifteenth Anniversary of Indiana Baptist Church Celebrated

Impressive ceremonies marked the fifteenth anniversary of the Indiana Baptist Church with Dr. H F King present pastor and Rev D W Swiggart and Rev A J Furman assisting. The event spanned Saturday and Sunday with devotional services, greetings from nearby congregations, historical sketches, and special music. The church, founded in 1858, now enrolls 253 with total 780 ever baptized 423 by baptism and 67 by death, 410 moved away.

Indiana Baptist Church H. F. King D. W. Swiggart Dunbar A. J. Furman Library King Migs A. Laura Butterbaugh J. Thos. Davis Blairsville Rev. Furman Swartz Crawford Presbyterian Church Indiana Swiggart A. B. Runyan Homer City Samuel Purman Samuel Furman H. Taylog Azariah Shadrach William —Bhadrach D. D W. Swiggart B. B. Henshey HF. Klag Saath Injana

Indiana's oldest resident Elizabeth Moth turns 96 this week

Nearing tar century mark, venerable Indiana woman Mrs Elizabeth Moth was 96 on Monday. An all day family gathering at the Allison home honored her birthday with grandchildren, great grandchildren and many relatives from Punxsutawney Pittsburg Juneau Lovejoy Hellwood and Indiana attending.

Indiana Aer Uicnor Elizabeth Moth North Laura Allison Allison Lex N Mitchell Fila William Taylor North Bina Larue Carl J. P. North Olive Mra John North Thomas North Nora Anna Almpson Vere Ray Martha J. McCreight

Reverend Furman Guest at Anniversary Church Event

Allegany county and Water street were the setting as Rev J Furman of the Library attended the annual jubilee of the Baptist church. Furman, a Civil War veteran and former pastor who helped build the current edifice, was hosted by Mr and Mrs S F Warner. Post 38 G R R members extended greetings at the Warner home Saturday evening.

Farmer Chaplin J. Furman Allegeheny County F. Warrer Water Street Furman Indiana Post Post Warner Home

Stanford and Cherry Tree Clash in 14 Innings Classic

Starford Indy edged Cherry Tree 7 to 6 after 14 innings in a fast clean game watched by a large crowd. The doubleheader series sees Starford win two of three as rivalry heats up with evening dancing and ample refreshments on the grounds.

Cherry Tree Starford Husky Starford Indy Starrford Cherry Tree Gina Tle Raotera

Big County Fair Prepares With Improvements and Acts

Indiana County Agricultural Society readies for September exhibition with rebuilt Frances, new shed in front of stables, and Paul Batty's Bears as daily attractions. Bands from Big Run Pittsburg and Johnstown plan performances while racing circuit ties ensure a series of prime events featuring 2:20 and 2:12 trots and purses up to 900 dollars.

Indiana County Agricultural Society Frances Paul ‘Batty Big Run Pittsburgh Johnstown Henry I. Wilson State Senate Infiana

Sawmill Fire Destroys Blair Lumber Near Ligonier

The sawmill and 30,000 feet of lumber owned by James Blair and David Blair of town, near Ligonier in Westmoreland County, burned Friday night. Loss estimated at 5500 dollars. Wind may have spread flames from the engine to the lumber as workers stood distant. no insurance covered the loss.

James David Blair Ligonier Wentmoreland Co William Balentine

Robbery arrest for two in Johnstown area

Owargad and Womgy were jailed on a robbery count after allegedly entering the Cramer Bros. store at Cramer on the night of July 12. About $1.50 in change from the money drawer and $3 in cash with 34 in stamps from the post office were taken. Jewelry, tobacco, groceries were later found at Mrs. Dubrow's home. Mrs. Dubrow, about 44, had previously served time for theft in the area.

May Womgy Alice Dubrow William Kelly William Smith Johnatown Cramer Cramer Bros Dubrow

Indiana Normal Sets Record With Dorms Full For Fall

Indiana Normal leads state in enrollment as every room in the girls' department is engaged and faculty arrange off campus cottages for housing. Dr. James B D Ament reports higher figures than Millersville and West Chester, with plans for expansion, improved facilities, and new artesian well and storage plant to support a growing campus.

Indiana Normal Pennsylvania Indiana James BD. Ament Millersville West Chester Ament Inidiana Muste Edward Rowe Pittburg

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